First announced as growth development of Black Hawk in March 1992 and launched as international risk-sharing partnership at Paris Air Show in June 1995. Made first flight on 23 December 1998. First deliveries in late 2002.
Specifications:
Accommodation: 2 + 22
Cargo/baggage: 4,536 kg (10,000 lb)
Max Speed: 165 kt (305 km/h)
Range: 475 nm (17 ft 9 in)
Dimensions:
Main rotor diameter: 17.2 m (56 ft 4 in)
Length (rotors turning): 20.9 m (68 ft 6 in)
Height: 5.4 m (17 ft 9 in)
Features:
Four-blade main rotor and four-blade tail rotor on starboard side; large horizontal stabilizer on port side; rear loading ramp; tricycle landing gear retractable into large side sponsons.